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Ribhus

Ribhus

9.9
Three skilled craftsmen in Hindu stories who make objects for the gods
  • proper noun
  • Literature
: Ribhus
  • The Ribhus were famed for their skill and ingenuity in crafting divine objects.

Examples

  • Some hymns in the Rigveda are dedicated to the Ribhus and their accomplishments.

  • The Ribhus are celebrated for their exceptional skills in crafting.

  • Ancient texts often describe how the Ribhus aided the gods with their artistry.

  • Did the Ribhus create the first chariot in mythology?

  • Ancient texts often describe how the Ribhus aided the gods with their artistry.

  • Some hymns in the Rigveda are dedicated to the Ribhus and their accomplishments.

  • The Ribhus were famed for their skill and ingenuity in crafting divine objects.

Synonyms

Rhibhus
vsRibhus
  • Literature
9.9

Three skilled makers in Hindu stories who make special objects for the gods

has identical meaning but uses an alternate spelling of the name

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Ribhus comes from an old Sanskrit word ṛbh meaning 'skillful' or 'clever'. The Ribhus are three divine craftsmen in Hindu stories—'clever makers' who made special things for the gods, so the name helps you remember they are skilled artisans.